Readers Write 
			
					
											by Terri Barnes
					
 			
 
						
			
				Bibliophiles want more than simply reading books. They want to think about them, talk about them, and learn more about the people who write them. Literary-minded podcasts offer book lovers a way to explore their favorite books and authors, learn about new ones, and connect with other book lovers. In this month’s Readers Write, Books Make a Difference readers share their favorite podcasts and why they enjoy listening.  […]
 
							
					
 
			
		 
 
	  
	
	
  
		
		
			Beyond the Flap 
			
					
											by Terri Barnes
					
 			
 
						
			
				Jocelyn Green’s award-winning historical fiction is the product of extensive research. The author’s quest for immersive historic settings, plots, and characters takes her beyond the walls of her cozy home office. As well as spending time in libraries and museums, Jocelyn often travels to locations that are the settings for her novels.  […]
 
							
					
 
			
		 
 
	  
	
	
  
		
		
			Shared Experience 
			
					
											by Terri Barnes
					
 			
 
						
			
				When considering manuscripts for publication, publishers look at more than the quality and marketability of a book. They look at an author’s marketing ability as well. Beginning with their first contact with prospective authors, independent publishers are intentional in their conversations about marketing, emphasizing that authors must build platforms, connect with readers, and participate fully in promoting their work.  […]